Pines Sergeant Suspended

July 16, 1985|By Peter Aronson, Staff writer

PEMBROKE PINES — A police sergeant who pleaded guilty last week in Dade County Court to speeding in a 35 mph zone and careless driving was suspended Monday for two days without pay by the city, acting City Manager Charles Dodge said.

John Paul Nasta, 34, a six-year veteran of the Pembroke Pines Police Department, was suspended on a recommendation by Police Chief John Tighe, although Tighe called him ``an exceptionally good officer and a good supervisor.``

Tighe said Nasta`s conduct was ``conduct unbecoming an officer, but not a direct violation of the city`s rules or regulations.``

Dodge said Nasta may appeal the decision before the city`s Disciplinary Action Board. Nasta could not be contacted for comment Monday.

Assistant State Attorney Jill Menadier, who prosecuted Nasta, said the officer was ordered to pay $500 in fines and court costs.